?More men and women have been motivated to achieve success because of reading 'Think and Grow Rich' than by any other book written by a living author.? - W. Clement Stone First published in 1937, 'Think and Grow Rich' by Napoleon Hill remains a timeless classic. It is widely cited as one of the most popular and influential self-help books of all time. Indeed, the book?s author is frequently referred to as the ?grandfather of all motivational literature.? To this day, high-profile businessmen and aspiring entrepreneurs lavish praise on the teachings contained within its pages.